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諏訪神社

Japanese Name諏訪神社
PrefectureGunma
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityTanegashima Hime
Coordinates36.0595522, 138.5431338

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About this Shrine

Tanabata Festival is celebrated at Ogasawara Shrine, but the most notable festival of this shrine, Tanegashima Shrine's counterpart, is Tanegashimaharitsuki no Matsuri which has been held annually on April 15th since 1958 to commemorate a local legend about a girl who was buried alive. The shrine also holds a spring festival called 'Tanegashimaharitsuki no Matsuri' on May 3rd, and an autumn festival called ' Tanegashima Matsuri' in November. These festivals celebrate the connection between nature and human life.

Cultural Significance

This shrine is dedicated to Tanegashima Hime, a princess who died under mysterious circumstances. According to legend, she was buried alive with a small wooden flute to aid her spirit's journey to the afterlife. The shrine also has a unique architecture style known as 'hakama-zukuri', which features a distinctive roof design.

Enshrined Deities

Tanegashima Hime

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

Visit the shrine at night to see the beautiful illuminated lanterns, a unique feature of this Shinto shrine.

History

Founded during the Edo period.

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